Sharp KC-A60Y, KC-A50Y, KC-A40Y Operation Manual

KC-A60Y
KC-A50Y
KC-A40Y

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AIR PURIFIER
with Humidifying Function

Device of this mark is a trademark
of Sharp Corporation.
Plasmacluster is a registered trademark
or a trademark of Sharp Corporation.

Lambang ini merupakan merek dagang dari
Sharp Corporation.
Plasmacluster merupakan merek dagang
terdaftar atau merek dagang dari Sharp
Corporation.

OPERATION MANUAL

PENJERNIH UDARA Dengan

Moisturizing Function

PETUNJUK PENGOPERASIAN

* The number in this technology mark indicates an approxi­mate number of ions supplied into air of 1 cm
measured around the center of a room with the “high-density
plasmacluser 7000” applicable floor area (at 1.2 m height
above the floor) at the medium wind volume in humidifying &
air purifying mode, or in air purifying mode, when a humidi­fier/air purifier or an air purifier using the high-density plas­macluster ion evolving device is placed close to a wall.
This product is equipped with a device corresponding
capacity.

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INDONESIA

Free standing type
Tipe Berdiri

No. Reg. : 03/DJ-ILMEA/MG/I/2000
No. Reg. : 42/PDN/MG/VII/2003

*Angka dalam tanda teknologi ini menandakan perkiraan
jumlah ion yang dipasok ke udara dalam satuan 1 cm
diukur di sekeliling bagian tengah ruangan dengan area
lantai yang sesuai “plasmacluster kepadatan-tinggi 7000”
(pada ketinggian 1,2 m dari lantai) dengan volume angin
medium dalam mode pelembaban & pemurnian udara, atau
dalam mode pemurnian udara, jika humidifier/air purifier
atau air purifier yang menggunakan unit pengembang
plasmacluster kepadatan tinggi terpasang di dekat dinding.
Produk ini dilengkapi dengan perangkat yang sesuai dengan
kapasitas ini.

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Please read before operating your new Air Purifier

The air purifier draws in room air from the air intake, passes the air through a Pre-Filter,
a Washable Deodorizing Filter and a HEPA Filter inside of the unit, then discharges
the air through the air outlet. The HEPA Filter can remove 99.97% of dust particles as
small as 0.3 microns that pass through the filter and also helps absorb odours.
The Washable Deodorizing Filter gradually absorbs odours as they pass through the filter.

Some odours absorbed by the filters may break down over time, resulting in additional
odour. Depending on the usage environment, especially when the product is used in
extreme environments (significantly more severe than normal household use), this
odour may become strong in a shorter period than expected. If the odour persists, the

filters should be replaced.

NOTE

• The air purifier is designed to remove air-suspended dust and odour, but not harmful gases (for
example, carbon monoxide contained in cigarette smoke). If the source of the odour still exists, the
air purifier may not completely remove the odour.

HEPA Filter

Deodorizing Filter

Pre-Filter

(Common illustration has used “KC-A60Y”.)

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FEATURES

Unique Combination of Air Treatment
Technologies
Triple Filtration System + Plasmacluster
+ Humidification

TRAPS DUST*

Washable pre-filter traps dust and other
large airborne particles.

DECREASES ODOURS

Washable deodorizing filter absorbs many
common household odours.

REDUCES POLLEN & MOLD*

HEPA filter traps 99.97% of particles as
small as 0.3 microns.

FRESHENS

Plasmacluster treats the air similar to the
way nature cleans the environment by
emitting a balance of positive and negative
ions.

HUMIDIFIES

Runs up to 10 hours per filling.**

*When air is drawn through the filter sys­tem.

**Room size:
up to 48 m
up to 38 m2 (KC-A50Y)
up to 26 m2 (KC-A40Y)

Sensor Technology continuously monitors
air quality, and automatically adjusting op­eration based on detected air purity and
humidity.

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CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• WARNING

• CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION

• INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

• FILTER GUIDELINES

PART NAMES

• FRONT / BACK

• MAIN UNIT DISPLAY

• ILLUSTRATIVE DIAGRAM

PREPARATION .............................................

• FILTER INSTALLATION

• REFILLING THE WATER TANK

OPERATION

• CLEAN AIR & HUMIDIFY

• CLEAN AIR

• CLEAN ION SHOWER

• FAN SPEED

• PLASMACLUSTER ION ON/OFF

USEFUL FUNCTION

• LIGHTS CONTROL

• CHILD LOCK

• SOUND INDICATOR SETTING

• ADJUSTMENT OF SENSOR
DETECTION SENSITIVITY

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• FILTER INDICATOR

• CARE INDEX

• HUMIDIFYING DISINSTALLATION

• WATER TANK

• HUMIDIFYING FILTER

• HUMIDIFYING TRAY AND COVER

• BACK PANEL

• DEODORIZING FILTER

• UNIT

• FILTER REPLACEMENT

TROUBLESHOOTING

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SPECIFICATIONS

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Thank you for purchasing this SHARP Air
Purifier. Please read this manual carefully
before using the air purifier.
After reading, keep the manual in a conven­ient location for future reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:

WARNING

• Read all instructions before using the unit.

• Use only a 220 volt outlet.

• Do not use the unit if the power cord or plug is damaged or the connection to the wall outlet
is loosened.

• Periodically remove dust from the plug.

• Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the air intake or air outlet.

• When removing the power plug, always hold the plug and never pull on the cord.

Electrical shock and/or fire from a short circuit may result.

• Do not damage the power cord by caster when moving the main unit.

(It may cause electric shock, heat generation or fire.)

• Do not remove the plug when your hands are wet.

• Do not use this unit near gas appliances or fireplaces.

• When refilling the Water Tank, cleaning the unit, or when the unit is not in use, be sure to unplug

the unit. Electrical shock and/or fire from a short circuit may result

• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, a
Sharp authorized Service Centre or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

• Only a Sharp Authorized Service Centre should service this air purifier. Contact the nearest Service

Centre for any problems, adjustments, or repairs.

• Do not operate when using aerosol insecticides or in rooms where there is oily residue, incense,
sparks from lit cigarettes, chemical fumes in the air, or in locations where the unit may get wet,
such as a bathroom.

• Be cautious when cleaning the unit. Strong corrosive cleansers may damage the exterior.

• When carrying the unit, remove the Water Tank and Humidifying Tray first and hold the unit by han-

dles on both sides.

• Do not drink the water in the Humidifying Tray or Water Tank.

• Change the water in the Water Tank daily with fresh tap water and regularly clean the Water Tank

and Humidifying Tray. (See E-12 and E-13). When unit is not in use, dispose of the water in the
Water Tank and Humidifying Tray. Leaving water in the Water Tank and/or Humidifying Tray may
result in mold, bacteria, and bad odours.

In rare cases, this bacteria may cause harmful physical effects.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sen­sory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given su­pervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

– To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire or injury to persons:

NOTE

If this air purifier should cause interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interfer­ence by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation distance between the unit and radio/TV receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

– Radio or TV Interference

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CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION

• Do not block the intake and/or air outlet.

• Do not use the unit near or on hot objects, such as stoves or heaters, or where it may come into

contact with steam.

• Always operate the unit in an upright position.

• Hold the unit by using the handles on both sides when moving.
Do not move when the unit is in operation.

• Do not move or change the direction of the main unit while dragging the casters.

• Lift it up and move such as a tatami mat, a floor which gets damaged easily, an uneven place, and

thick-poled carpet.

• When moving by the caster, move it slowly to horizontal direction.

• When moving, make sure to stop operation and remove the water tank and Humidifying Tray by

holding the side handle of the unit.

• When remove the water tank, be careful not to get your finger caught in.

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Do not operate the unit without the filters, Water Tank, and Humidifying Tray properlyinstalled.

• Do not wash and reuse the HEPA filter.

Not only does it not improve filter performance, it may cause electric shock or malfunction.

• Clean the exterior with a soft cloth only.

Do not use volatile fluids and/or detergents.
The unit surface may be damaged or cracked.
In addition, the sensors may malfunction as a result.

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Frequency of maintenance required (descaling) will depend on the hardness or the impurities
of the water that you use; the harder the water the more often descaling will be necessary.

• Keep the unit away from water.

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INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

• When using the unit, place at least 2m away from equipment utilizing electric waves such
as televisions or radios to avoid electrical interference.

• Avoid a location where the sensor is exposed to direct wind.

The unit may not operate properly.

• Avoid use in locations where furniture, fabrics or other items may come in contact with and
restrict the air intake and/or air outlet.

• Avoid use in locations where the unit is exposed to condensation or drastic temperature
changes. Appropriate conditions are when room temperature is between 5 – 35 ºC.

• Place on a stable surface with sufficient air circulation.

When placing the unit on a heavily carpeted area, the unit may vibrate slightly.

Place the unit on an even surface to avoid water leakage from the Water Tank and/or Humidifying Tray.

• Avoid locations where grease or oily smoke is generated.

The unit surface may crack or the sensor may malfunction as a result.

• Place the unit about 30 cm(1 ft) away from the wall in order to ensure proper airflow.

The wall directly behind the air outlet may become dirty over time. When using the unit for an ex-

tended period of time in the same location, periodically clean the wall and protect the wall with a
vinyl sheet, etc. to prevent the wall from becoming dirty.

FILTER GUIDELINES

• Follow the instructions in this manual for correct care and maintenance of the filters.

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PART NAMES

FRONT / BACK

1

2

3

1 Main Unit Display

2

Front Monitor

3

Main Unit

(Ref.E-5)

1

2

3

4

5

6
7

8

1 Air Outlet 6 Float
2 Handle

Sensor

•Dust Senser

3

•Temperture / Humidity Senser

•Odour Senser
(KC-A60Y•KC-A50Y ONLY)

4 Water Tank
5 Humidifying Filter

(2 Locations)

(Internal)

7 Humidifying Tray
8 Caster

9 HEPA Filter
10 Deodorizing Filter
11 Back Panel
12 Air Inlet

13 Power Cord / Plug

9

10

11

12

13

(Shape of plug depends on country.)

(4 Locations)

(white)

(black)

(Pre-Filter)

INCLUDED

• Operation manual

• Slipper

×4

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MAIN UNIT DISPLAY

2

3

1

6 78

5

4

1 POWER ON Button

a CLEAN AIR MODE Button /INDICATOR LIGHT
b CLEAN AIR & HUMIDIFY MODE Button / INDICATOR LIGHT
c CLEAN ION SHOWER MODE Button / INDICATOR LIGHT

2 LIGHT CONTROL Button 5 CHILD-LOCK Button /

3 Plasmacluster Ion ON / OFF Button /

INDICATOR LIGHT

4 FILTER RESET Button /

INDICATOR LIGHT

(green)

(red)

a

b

6 Plasmacluster Sign

7 FAN SPEED Button /

8 POWER OFF Button

c

(green)

(green)

(green)

INDICATOR LIGHT

INDICATOR LIGHT

(green)

(green)

ILLSTRARATIVE DIAGRAM

Humidity Monitor

Indicates approximate humidity level
in the room.
Humidity setting cannot be adjusted.

Odour Monitor*

Indicates the odour intensity of the
room in 3 stages colours.

green

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red

Humidify Light

green

off

red

(Flash

ing)

Humidity ON

Humidity OFF

need to supply water

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Faint Strong

* KC-A60Y, KC-A50Y ONLY

Dust Moniter

Indicates the air purity of the room
in 5 stages colours.

Clean

Impure

green

red

PREPARATION

FILTER INSTALLATION

Be sure to remove the power
plug from the wall outlet.

Remove the Back Panel.

1

1

2

HEPA filter (White)

Remove the Filters from the plas-

2

Install the Filters in the correct

3

Deodorizing filter (Black)

tic bag.

order as shown.

Deodorizing filter (Black)

HEPA filter (White)

Click

Install the Back Panel.

4

Fill in the usage start date on the

5

Date Label.

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REFILLING THE WATER TANK

When using the Clean Air & Humidify Mode, or the Clean ION Shower Mode.

1

Fill the Water Tank with tap water.

1

2

3

Remove the Water Tank.

2

MAX

CAUTION

•

Check to see that there is no water leaking.

• Be sure to wipe off any excess water on
the outside of the Water Tank.

• When carrying the Water Tank, hold it

Tighten

with both hands so that the Water Tank
opening is facing up.

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Install the Water Tank.

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CAUTION

• Do not expose the unit to water. Short circuit and/or electrical shock may occur as a result.

•

Do not use hot water (40 ºC), chemical agents, aromatic substances, dirty water, or other damaging
substances, deformation and/or malfunction may occur.

• Use only fresh tap water. Use of other water sources may promote the growth of mold, fungus and/
or bacteria.

2

Click

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OPERATION

CLEAN AIR & HUMIDIFY

Using to quickly clean the air, reduce odours and to humidify.

START

• Select the desired fan speed.(Ref. E-9)

• Unless the power cord has been un­plugged, the operations starts in the pre­vious mode it was operated in.

NOTE

• Fill the Water Tank.(Ref. E-7)

• When the Water Tank is empty, the unit will operation “CLEAN AIR MODE”and is
flashing(red).

STOP

About Automatic Humidify Mode

The Temperature/Humidity sensors automatically detect and adjust
humidity according to changes in room temperature. Depending on
the size and humidity of the room, humidity may not reach 55~65 %.
In such cases, it is recommended that CLEAN AIR & HUMIDIFY/
MAX MODE be used.

CLEAN AIR

Using when additinal humidity is not required.

START

• Select the desired fan speed.(Ref. E-9)

• Unless the power cord has been un­plugged, the operations starts in the pre­vious mode it was operated in.

Temperature Humidity

~18 ºC 65 %

18 ºC~24 ºC 60 %

24 ºC~ 55 %

STOP

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CLEAN ION SHOWER

Releases high-density Plasmacluster ions and discharges strong air flow for 60 minutes.

START

NOTE

• If the “Plasmacluster Ion is OFF,
the plasmacluster ion will be not released.

• When the operation finishes, the unit will return to
the prior operation mode.

It is able to change the other mode and

this mode.

FAN SPEED

Select the desired fan speed.

during

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AUTO POLLEN

MAX

MED

LOW

NOTE

AUTO

POLLEN

The fan speed is automatically switched (between HIGH and LOW) depending
on the amount of impurities in the air. The sensors detect impurities for efficient
air purfication.

The unit will operate at High Level
for 10 minutes, then will alternate
between MEDIUM and HIGH.

10 minutes: High fan level

20 minutes: Medium fan level

20 minutes: High fan level

PLASMACLUSTER ION ON/OFF

When Plasmacluster is ON, both the Indicator Light and Plasmacluster Indicator Light turn on.

ON

OFF

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USEFUL FUNCTION

LIGHT CONTROL

Use this function to select the desired brightness.

brighter

darker

turn off

CHILD LOCK

Operation of the unit display will be locked.It is the same method as starting operation.

ON

more 3 sec.

CANCELLATION

more 3 sec.

SOUND INDICATOR SETTING

The unit can be set to signal with an audible deep when the Water Tank is empty.

ON

(with the unit OFF)

more 3 sec. more 3 sec.

CANCELLATION

(with the unit OFF)

ADJUSTMENT OF SENSOR DETECTION SENSITIVITY

DUST MONITOR and ODOUR MONITOR is constantly red to reduce sensitivity, and set to “high’ if
the DUST MONITOR and ODOUR MONITOR is constantly green to increase sensitivity.
RED••••••••SET to “LOW’ GREEN•••SET to “HIGH’

1

(with the unit OFF)

more 3 sec.

2

3

CAUTION

• If the power OFF Button is not pushed within 8 seconds of adjusting sensor
sensitivity, the setting will be saved automatically.

• The sensor sensitivity setting will be saved even if the unit is unplugged.

High

Standard

Low

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Be sure to remove the power

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

plug from the wall outlet

FILTER INDICATOR

The Indicator Light will turn on after approximately 720 hours. (30days×24hours=720)

Reminder to perform maintenance of parts below.
After performing maintenance, reset the Filter Indicator. (Ref. E-12)

more 3 sec.

CARE INDEX

.

Filter Indicator Light turn on.

•

Humidifying Filter (Ref. E-12)

Humidifying
Tray Cover
(Ref. E-13)

Water Tank (Ref. E-12)

Back Panel
(Ref. E-13)

Humidifying Tray (Ref. E-13)

Notice an unpleasant odor from the air out-

•

let.

• Filter performance appears fall and / or
odor persist.

Unit (Ref. E-14)

HEPA Filter
Cannot be care.

Deodoiziing Filter
(Ref. E-14)

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HUMIDIFYING DISINSTALLATION

After maintenance, replace the parts accurately.

2

1

3

frame colour : gray

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WATER TANK

Rinse the inside with a small amount of water.

CAUTION

•Do not shake the Water Tank with holding the carrying handle.

NOTE

HUMIDIFYING FILTER

Rinse with plenty of water.

CAUTION

• Do not remove the Humidifying Filter from a filter frame.

• Avoid spilling water from the Humidifying Tray.

NOTE

1.

Soak in water with the descaling solution about 30minutes.

for Stubborn dirt...

Tank Cap

Tooth Brushs

for Stubborn dirt...

Clean inside of the water tank
with a soft sponge and the
tank cap with a cotton swab or
a toothbrush.

CAUTION

2.

Remove the descaling solution with plenty of water.

Descaling solution

• Citric acid (available at some drugstores)

• 100% bottled lemon juice with no pulp.

<For using citric acid>

2 1/2 cups of water

<For using lemon juice>

3 cups of water

When using lemon juice, soak time more longer.

stir well!

3 teaspoons

stir well!

1/4 cup

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